Vinted Shoppers Express Anger Regarding Size Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments without notifying all shoppers about the modification.
Online Platforms Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a different size category compared to what was initially listed due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to review their products and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she said.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, said she had been left angered due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.
